Correctional Sergeant ll
About The Position
The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters! The Division of Institutions manages the daily operations of all state-operated prison facilities across North Carolina. Facilities are categorized by custody levels (minimum, medium, close) and house individuals serving sentences for felony convictions. The division provides safety, security, and rehabilitative services through trained custody staff, program facilitators, and administrative personnel.
Requirements
- High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years six months of experience as a Correctional Officer, or two years of experience as Correctional Officer II; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be eligible for certification by the N.C. Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.
- Meet Criminal Justice Standards requirements (12 NCAC 09G .0302)
- Pass a criminal background check
- Produce a negative drug screening result
- Successfully complete medical and psychological evaluations
- Possess a valid driver’s license
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of facility operations
- Knowledge of Prisons’ policy and procedures
Responsibilities
- Oversee officer activities and performance and ensure that the custody, security and welfare of inmates is maintained.
- Arrange work schedules to ensure shift coverage, implement operational procedures and ensure rules and regulations are followed according to policy.
- Ensures that staff is fully trained and that proper conduct, actions and procedures are followed.
- Maintains facility security through regular inspections to ensure compliance with governing regulations and standards relating to facility maintenance and health and safety of inmates.
- Gives direction during drills, searches, and in emergencies.
- May lead staff in carrying out tactical assignment(s).
- Responds to emergency situations, searches for escaped offenders, and transports offenders.
- Conducts and/or supervises searches of offenders, their living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Investigates and takes action, where appropriate, regarding security issues, incidents, disputes, and complaints.
- Prepares and reviews a variety of reports.
- Completes annual performance evaluations and assists in assessing, evaluating, and implementing employee discipline.
- Conducts staff briefing sessions.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Benefits
- Health Insurance options
- Retirement Plans
- NC Flex Supplemental Benefits
- Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
- Paid Parental Leave
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
